Asia/Western Asia
Qatar
Doha
3.2 Mio
11 586 km²
Qatari riyal
Coastal
Arabic
Historical Events
1868 - Recognition of Separate Status
Mohammed bin Thani signed an agreement with Britain recognizing Qatar's separate status.
1916 - British Protectorate
Qatar became a British protectorate following the decline of Ottoman rule.
1971 - Independence
Qatar gained independence from British protection.
2021 - Partial Shura Council Election
Qatar held a partial election for the Shura Council with two thirds of seats elected.
2024 - Abolition of Shura Council Elections
Qatar moved to abolish Shura Council elections, reverting to a fully appointed Assembly.